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CBI Police Uncover Details in Sting Operation Case, Tracing Mobile Phone Purchase Trail

CBI Police Uncover Details in Sting Operation Case, Tracing Mobile Phone Purchase Trail
Image: TV9 Kannada

CBI police have found a significant clue in the investigation of the sting operation case against former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Police traced the purchase network of a mobile phone used to upload the sting video. The investigation revealed that Rithesh Pandey and Vinod Sharma purchased two mobile phones in Delhi on September 26. The police also found that the individuals tested the phones by inserting a pen drive and connecting a SIM card at the shop before the purchase. The CBI's investigation has revealed the identity of Rithesh Pandey, who purchased one of the phones.

Originally reported by TV9 Kannada Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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